A SADDLEWORTH teenager is making his mark in the world of junior golf. Oliver Chapman, 14, is now competing at county level after being selected…
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Uppermill FC sees Inspiral Carpets shirt raise funds at home as it is sold away
A SADDLEWORTH-BASED football club has scored a hit at home and away with a shirt sponsored by legendary band Inspiral Carpets. Uppermill FC has sold…
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Oldham Athletic manager’s message before Football League return
MICKY Mellon has delivered a message to excited Oldham Athletic supporters ahead of their Football League return – back us when times get tough. The…
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Enjoy a Summer of Hockey with Oldham Hockey Club
Following last years’ successful Summer Open Day, Oldham Hockey Club are opening their doors once again and inviting you to a free, fun session of…
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Lazzat Could Be Set for Sprint Cup at Haydock
Sprint Cup Day at Haydock Park is one of the biggest Flat meetings in the North West of England, and many horse racing fans from…
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Friarmere Cricket Club hits new heights with opening of modern training nets
By Amelia Parslow FRIARMERE Cricket Club held the official opening of their new training net facility on Friday, July 25. Players from all teams joined…
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Former Rangers player to coach next generation of Norway rugby players
A FORMER Saddleworth Rangers star is helping to develop the next generation of young rugby players in Norway. Lars Haigh, whose Norwegian-born mother Anne lives…
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Mossley 10K proves a soggy spectcular
THE RAIN may have put a dampener on the day but it did not swamp the spirits of runners as the Mossley 10K proved another…
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Sponsorship deal helping to bring on Saddleworth Cricket Club’s next generation
A HOUSE builder is helping bring through the next generation of cricketing talent with it second year of sponsorship. Cube Homes has committed to a…
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Uppermill FC aims for Saturn 5 with Inspiral Carpets-sponsored kit
A SADDLEWORTH football club is ready to blast off to Saturn 5, thanks to a sponsorship agreement with indie icons Inspiral Carpets. Uppermill FC’s first…
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Showdown at Twickenham for Saddleworth scrum half
A TEENAGE rugby union player is looking forward to lighting up the Twickenham turf when he turns out for Lancashire. Zac Baker, from Grasscroft, is…
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Oldham Active upskills fitness team to support customers using GLP-1 weight loss medications
OLDHAM Active is the first leisure provider in the UK to officially train and qualify its fitness team to deliver advice and guidance on GLP-1…
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Waterhead’s own Marc Sneyd becomes part of rugby league folklore with Wembley hat-trick
WHAT started at Waterhead now has a place in rugby league history. However, Marc Sneyd would rather not have collected a third Lance Todd Trophy…
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How Saddleworth could taste Wembley rugby league glory – with an Australian accent
THE ACCENT definitely does not come from Saddleworth but if Luke Yates gets success at Wembley, it will certainly have played a huge role. The…
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Ex-Saddleworth School pupil and Wigan Warriors star donates signed shirt
SADDLEWORTH School was proud to welcome back former pupil and current Wigan Warriors professional Jacob Douglas, who returned to his old stomping ground to donate…
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Charlie Raglan adds Spanish flavour to Oldham Athletic’s bid for Wembley win
CHARLIE Raglan will spark Spanish celebrations – as well as some in Saddleworth, Shaw, Slattocks, St Mary’s and St James’ – if Oldham Athletic make…
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How Wembley glory for Oldham Athletic can bring satisfaction to Saddleworth
EXPECT smiles in Saddleworth and grins in Greenfield if Oldham Athletic win at Wembley and achieve promotion back to the Football League. For while manager…
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Saddleworth icon Kevin Sinfield going back on the road in latest physical challenge
SADDLEWORTH’S rugby league icon turned fundraising phenomenon Kevin Sinfield is going back out on the road again. The former Leeds Rhinos star, now skills and…
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Uppermill FC toasts sponsorship agreement with Caffe Grande Abaco
A SADDLEWORTH football club hopes to be brewing something special after announcing a sponsorship deal with a familiar name on its coffee scene. And Uppermill…
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Girl power prevails as Oldham nets national championship
IT WILL take something to drag Oldham Netball Club’s under-14 players down from cloud nine after they were crowned national champions. The squad is celebrating…
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Greenfield Cricket Club hold some Frank discussions
ALL THE TALK at one of Saddleworth’s cricket clubs could have been described as being of a Frank nature. But there were no home truths…
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Saddleworth sisters do it for themselves in cricket club’s first women’s team
A SADDLEWORTH cricket club has added a woman’s touch with its first ever female team. The ladies at Friarmere CC are now in the thick…
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Issues see popular Saddleworth race put off
RUNNERS in Saddleworth have been left disappointed by the postponement of a key event. The Dovestone Diamond, a 10k multi-terrain race, has become a key…
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Saddleworth-based football club to continue Mossley AFC groundshare
A SADDLEWORTH football club will continue to play its first team matches down the road at Mossley AFC. Uppermill FC has made Seel Park its…
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Ex-Oldham Athletic star links up with Saddleworth FC
A FORMER Oldham Athletic player has signed up to help the next generation of talent as Saddleworth FC celebrates its 10th anniversary. And new director…
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Cricket club provides Saddleworth more safety with defibrillator guidance
A SADDLEWORTH cricket club has stepped up its safety commitment with extra training on using its defibrillator. The vital piece of equipment has been in…
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The horses tipped for Grand National success
THE world’s most famous steeplechase will capture the imagination once again on April 5 at Aintree Racecourse. As the global horse racing event approaches, there…
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Uppermill FC repairs damaged dugouts – now to keep them decent
A SADDLEWORTH football club is celebrating success off the pitch. Well, a couple of feet away from it. For damaged dugouts at Uppermill FC have…
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Saddleworth cricketing icon Cec Wright passes away
Images by Saddleworth Independent SADDLEWORTH’S cricketing community is in mourning following the death of legendary figure Cec Wright. The 92-year-old, who retired from Uppermill Cricket…
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Victorious women’s softball cricket section seeks players for second team
Images courtesy of Saddleworth Cricket Club NEW players are invited to join the successful and expanding women’s softball cricket section at Saddleworth Cricket Club as…
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Saddleworth gets running with marathon challenge in the name of Rob Burrow
SADDLEWORTH rugby league royalty and one of the area’s pub owners will be running towards a huge fundraising total in the name of the legendary…
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Saddleworth plays huge part in Oldham Netball Club’s national success
OLDHAM is home to the country’s best amateur netball team – and its success lies in Saddleworth. For the woman coaching them, Debbie Hallas, calls…
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Saddleworth 3Ds give ‘old’ kits new life overseas
A LOCAL football club with a big heart has donated kits to those in need in Gambia and the Philippines. It’s the second time that…
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Saddleworth’s sporting ambitions to receive multi-million pound boost on doorstep
PEOPLE in Saddleworth are set to receive a multi-million boost in their sporting aims with the creation of SportsTown. A £5 million investment is kickstarting…
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